Research

BCC

Body Composition and Cognition

This study investigates the relationship between cognition, cardiorespiratory health, and body composition. Participants complete questionnaires and cognitive tasks, undergo DXA and body composition scans, and perform a VO2 max aerobic fitness test. The goal is to better understand how physiological markers of cardiorespiratory health and body composition influence cognitive health. 

BCC Participant Interest Form

Who

  • Young Adults 18-30 years old
  • Fluent in English
  • Have normal (or corrected to normal) vision without colorblindness
  • Are free of physical/mental ailments that would prevent the ability to exercise or complete computer-based tasks

What

  • Fill out questionnaires and surveys
  • Complete cognitive tasks
  • Complete physical function assessments
  • Undergo a dual-energy x-ray absorptiometry scan (DXA) and BOD POD assessment
  • Perform a maximal exercise assessment (VO2 max test)

When

  • Study visits last 4 hours and are scheduled when convenient for participant
  • Fill out the BCC Participant Interest Form and we will reach out to you

Where

  • Center for Cognitive and Brain Health (CBH), Northeastern University
  • The Center is located in the Interdisciplinary Science and Engineering Complex (ISEC)